Movies vs. Capitalism Ask a Marxist - Part I (w/ Harvey Kaye)
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Sep 5, 2024 Harvey Kaye, a Professor Emeritus of Democracy and Justice Studies and an expert on Marxist theory, joins the discussion to tackle listener questions. Kaye debunks common capitalist myths and shares recommended readings for those new to Marxism. The conversation also weaves through the complexities of modern political identities and the challenges of meaningful discourse. Additionally, Kaye highlights the importance of community and altruism, urging a shift from viewing human nature as inherently greedy to a more collaborative perspective.
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Foundational Leftist Texts - Paine
- Read Thomas Paine's Common Sense, Rights of Man, and Agrarian Justice.
- Paine's works lay the foundation for radical leftist thought and social democracy.
Foundational Leftist Texts - Marx
- Read Karl Marx's Communist Manifesto to grasp the history of class struggle and capitalism's contradictions.
- Consider Marx's Capital an advanced exploration of alienation and commodification, best read with others.
Understanding Leninism
Lenin's State and Revolution, while important, reflects a different context and view of workers than Marx.
- Lenin's emphasis on a vanguard party contrasts with Marx's belief in worker self-emancipation.
